Yamaha Yp250
MotorcycleFrom 489 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and handlebar grip insecure to handlebar. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| handlebar grip insecure to handlebar | 4 |
| steering head bearings excessively stiff, notchy, or with excessive wear or play | 4 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 3 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 3 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution | 2 |
| a wheel bearing excessively rough | 2 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 25% of Yp250 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £72.
Typical mileage
Half of all Yp250s tested had between 11,851 and 25,458 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 18,582 median miles, the Yp250 has 0.066 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Yp250 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Yp250 has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 489 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Yp250?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Yp250 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Yp250 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Yp250 is 18,582 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 11,851 and 25,458 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.